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Redwood City E-News
Building a Great Community Together
Issue #11 ~ June, 2004
IN THIS ISSUE:
*Community Budget Review Workshop - June 2*
*Free Lecture on Home Safety & Security - June 2*
*Theater Performance by Participants in Accessible Recreation Activities Program - June 7*
*Many June Events at Redwood City Library*
* Redwood City Presents Two Free Summer Concert Series*
*Smoke Alarm Helps Protect Residents in Fire*
*About Redwood City E-News*
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Community Budget Review Workshop Scheduled
for June 2
With Redwood City facing continuing budget deficits, there are difficult decisions ahead regarding cost-cutting measures and the level of City services. A community budget workshop has been scheduled to examine some of these possible cutbacks, and gain the public's input. The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, June 2, 2004 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm , at the Community Activities Building , 1400 Roosevelt Avenue .
The City is seeking input and reactions on elements of the budget proposal that will be recommended to the City Council later in June. The workshop will begin with the City Manager and Finance Director presenting the background on the changes in City revenues and expenses that have created the projected deficit, and what service reductions are being recommended to address that deficit. The workshop participants will work in small groups to discuss and analyze these proposed cuts and impacts, and then all groups will report their perspectives and opinions back to the entire workshop.
The goal is to get the community's views on whether the expenditure cut recommendations make sense for the community of Redwood City. Later in the evening, the City Manager and Finance Director will share information on potential sources of new City revenues, and will solicit participants' feedback on which, if any, new revenues the City should pursue. A summary of this important community feedback will become part of the budget presentation to the City Council later in June.
Through processes like this community budget workshop the City would like to assure the public that City staff and the City Council are approaching this situation intelligently, cautiously, and creatively, with a great deal of confidence in their ability to successfully meet this challenge, which is being faced by most cities throughout California.
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Public Invited to Free "Home Safety & Security" Lecture on June 2
The Redwood City Parks , Recreation and Community Services department is hosting a free educational program entitled "Home Safety and Security" featuring expert advice from the Redwood City Police Department. The program is scheduled for Wednesday, June 2, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. in the Goldstar Room of the Veterans Memorial Senior Center , 1455 Madison Avenue , and it is open to the public. Topics will include home safety and security, things to be aware of for personal safety on the street, con artists, and information on the latest scams.
"Home Safety and Security" is being presented by Officer Perry Garcia, a 17-year veteran of the Redwood City Police Department, who works in the Department's Community Policing Division. The Community Policing Division serves as a direct source of information and reference for citizens, and works on long-term problems within the community, neighborhood disputes, and other issues. To register for this free lecture, please call the Veterans Memorial Senior Center at 780-7270. Drop-ins are also welcome. Lunch (please call for reservation) will be served in the Redwood Room at 12:00 noon for $4.50.
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Accessible Recreation Activities Program Participants to Perform Theater Piece - June 7
The Redwood City Accessible Recreation Activities Program (ARAP) is proud to present a theatrical performance entitled "Pieces of Ourselves, A Series of Short Plays" at 8 pm on Monday, June 7th at the Little Theatre, located at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center, 1455 Madison Avenue. Members of the community are encouraged to attend this performance to show support for these dedicated thespians that have written, directed, and performed all of these original short plays. The performance is free, however donations to support ARAP's art and creative expression programs are greatly appreciated. The performance will be followed by a celebration where light snacks and beverages will be served and autographs will be signed by performers.
The ARAP Drama Club is comprised of fifteen members of the community with various developmental disabilities. The class focuses on each participant's strengths and gives the students an opportunity to express themselves on the stage. The students in the class have learned a lot about the theatre world, but more importantly, have developed life-long friendships with other actors in the class.
With assistance from group home managers, caretakers, and/or parents, the students wrote their plays at home and brought them to class to be given life. The students recruited their actors, designed their sets and discussed any technical aspects (lights, curtains, special effects). On Monday, June 7th they will present their personal expression to their friends, family, and the general public.
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Many June Events at Redwood City Library
From babies to seniors, there's something for everyone at the Redwood City Library during June, as well as year 'round. Here is a sampling of the great variety of activities and events that are available at the Main Library at 1044 Middlefield Road as the summer months begin. Be sure to call or visit the Library's website (www.redwoodcity.org/library ) to get up-to-date information on the programs of your choice.
Babies:
Tiny Tales (birth to 1 year) - Wednesdays at 11 am - stories, songs and finger plays for infant and parent or caregiver (excluding June 9, 16)
Toddlers:
Toddler Storytime (1- 3 years) - Tuesdays at 11:30 am (excluding June 8, 15)
Preschoolers:
Preschool Storytime (3 - 5 years) - Tuesdays at 10:30 am (excluding June 8, 15)
Kids:
Summer Reading, Listening, Parents and Teen Clubs begin Wednesday, June 16
James Henry, World Dance and percussion - Wednesday, June 23, Fair Oaks Library 4 pm; Main Library 7 pm
Zun Zun, Music of the Americas , Wednesday, June 30, Fair Oaks Library 4 pm ; Main Library 7 pm
Bedtime Stories (3 - 8 years) - Mondays at 7:15 pm (excluding June 7, 14)
Dad and Me @ the Library, with Brian Scott, magician - Saturday, June 5, 11 am
Marine Science Institute Seaside Storytime - Saturday, June 19, 11 am
Young Adults:
Teen Homework Center - Monday - Thursday, 4 - 7 pm. (through June 10 only)
Adults:
The Book Club - Thursday, June 17, noon to 1 pm , discussing "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
Project READ tutor training sessions June 17, 6 - 9 pm; June 19, 10 am - 4 pm; June 22, 6 - 9 pm; June 24, 6 - 9 pm; call 780-7077 for details
Library Board of Trustees' Meeting, Small Meeting Room - June 8, 7 pm
Seniors:
Senior Health Lecture - Wednesday, June 16 at 10:30 am "How to Communicate with Your Provider", with Trudy Keltz, NP.
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Redwood City Presents Two Free Summer Concert Series
Enjoy free live music all summer long in Redwood City at two concert series starting on June 11!
"Live in Downtown" and the Stafford Park concert series promise to make the balmy evenings of summer even more enjoyable in Redwood City .
"Live in Downtown" Summer Concert Series - 2004 Schedule
Friday evenings - excluding July 2 - from 6 to 8 pm in the City Center Plaza , right next to City Hall at 1017 Middlefield Road , across the street from the main library. Sponsored by the Redwood City Civic Cultural Commission.
June 11 - Rachel Lauren - Jazz, blues, and swing
June 18 - Rio Brasil - South American beat
June 25 - Jackie Payne- Blues, with Steve Edmundson
July 9 - Gator Beat - New Orleans Zydeco
July 16 - Dave Crimmen - 21st century Elvis
July 23 - Octobop - West coast jazz
July 30 - Stanford Jazztet - Youthful jazz group
August 6 - California Cowboys - Contemporary western
August 13 - Brass Works- From classic to dance
August 20 - Orquestra Kalichin - South of the border salsa
August 27 - Ron Garriffo - Big contemporary jazz
September 3 - Orquesta de Sol - Lively Latin
Stafford Park Summer Concert Series - 2004 Schedule
Wednesday evenings from 6 to 8 pm at Stafford Park , at King Street and Hopkins Avenue , funded in part by a generous donation from the Port of Redwood City and through local business sponsorships.
June 30 - Ben James & Caravan - Americana
July 7 - Golden Bough - Celtic
July 14 - The Internationals - Bavarian & Polka
July 21 - Harmonics - Steel Drum Band
July 28 - Double Funk Crunch - Disco & Funk
August 4 - E-Ticket Band - Rock n' Roll
August 11 - Jackie Payne & Steve Edmonson - Blues
August 18 - Bob Saul's Big Band - Big Band Sounds
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Smoke Alarm Helps Protect Residents in Fire
Occupants of a Redwood City apartment were spared major injury and damage last month when their smoke alarm provided them with warning of the late afternoon fire.
The Redwood City Fire Department responded to a report of a fire in an apartment building located on Gorgon Street . When the first engine arrived, fire fighters found a kitchen well-involved with fire. They were able to get water on the fire quickly, bringing it under control in less than 15 minutes. The rest of that apartment unit, as well as adjacent units, were thoroughly checked and it was determined that the fire was contained to the apartment where it started.
One occupant of the apartment was treated by Redwood City Fire Department Paramedics and transported to a local hospital for evaluation. Three occupants were displaced and were provided emergency housing by the Red Cross. With the exception of the apartment where the fire began, the rest of the building was habitable and the residents were allowed to return home.
There were people in the apartment unit when the fire started, and fire fighters credit working smoke detectors for providing the occupants with sufficient warning to get out of the building. Redwood City Fire Department staff noted that injury and death due to a fire can often be avoided by ensuring a working smoke detector is in the home. More information on the use of smoke detectors in the home, and other fire-safety tips, can be found online at www.redwoodcity.org/fire, and at www.usfa.fema.gov/public/hfs/alarms.shtm
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